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Uncertainty in chronic illness.

M H Mishel

    Annual Review of Nursing Research
    |July 27, 1999
    PubMed
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    This chapter reviews uncertainty in chronic illness, presenting two theories and critiquing research on its causes and effects in adults and children. Further research is needed in specific areas.

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    Area of Science:

    • Nursing
    • Psychology
    • Sociology

    Background:

    • Uncertainty is a significant aspect of living with chronic illness.
    • Existing research on uncertainty in chronic illness lacks comprehensive theoretical frameworks.
    • The impact of uncertainty affects both adult patients and parents of chronically ill children.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review and critique existing research on uncertainty in chronic illness.
    • To present two theoretical perspectives applicable to chronic illness uncertainty.
    • To identify gaps and areas for future investigation.

    Main Methods:

    • Literature review and critical analysis of research on uncertainty in chronic illness.
    • Examination of theoretical frameworks for understanding uncertainty.

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  • Synthesis of findings across studies involving adults and parents of children with chronic illnesses.

    • Main Results:

    • The current body of research on chronic illness uncertainty is extensive but fragmented.
    • Two distinct theoretical perspectives on uncertainty are identified and explicated.
    • Both the causes and consequences of uncertainty have been explored, with varying degrees of depth.

    Conclusions:

    • Further research is required to develop and refine theoretical models of uncertainty in chronic illness.
    • Investigating the lived experiences of uncertainty across diverse chronic conditions is crucial.
    • Longitudinal studies examining the long-term impact of uncertainty are needed.